Development of an integrated system for monitoring, early warning, and risk reduction of forest fires in the Region of Western Greece

This tender concerns the implementation of a comprehensive project aimed at establishing an integrated system for the monitoring, early warning, and risk reduction of forest fires within the administrative boundaries of the Region of Western Greece. The project seeks to enhance the region's capacity to prevent, detect, and respond effectively to forest fire incidents, thereby mitigating their devastating impact on the environment, economy, and public safety.

The scope of work is expected to involve the development and deployment of advanced technological solutions. This may include the installation of monitoring equipment, such as cameras and sensors, across strategic locations, the establishment of robust communication networks for real-time data transmission, and the creation of sophisticated software platforms for data analysis, threat assessment, and alert dissemination. Furthermore, the project likely encompasses the development of early warning mechanisms to provide timely notifications to relevant authorities and the public, as well as strategies and tools for risk reduction, potentially including firebreak maintenance, vegetation management, and public awareness campaigns.

The procurement process is being conducted as an open, repetitive electronic tender, exceeding the established financial thresholds for public contracts. This indicates a significant investment in forest fire management infrastructure and capabilities for the Region of Western Greece. The successful bidder will be responsible for the complete lifecycle of the system, from design and development to implementation, testing, and potentially ongoing maintenance and support, ensuring a resilient and effective defense against forest fires.

This is a services contract in the information and communication technology sector. Located in Greece, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 4.0 million.

Published through TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU), a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the information and communication technology sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.